Serenade of the Seas itinerary map for September 13, 2024 (9 nights)
Serenade of the Seas itinerary map for September 13, 2024 (9 nights)
9 nights · 3 ports
Round-trip · Tampa, Florida
Royal CaribbeanSerenade of the Seas

Serenade of the Seas
September 13, 2024

9-Night Western Caribbean aboard Serenade of the Seas · Departing September 13, 2024 from the Port of Tampa, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 9-night cruise aboard the Serenade of the Seas departs from Tampa, Florida on Friday, September 13, 2024 and returns on Sunday, Sep 22nd. September weather across this route averages 90°/70°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.0 out of 10 — Tampa (6.9), Cozumel (7.0), Costa Maya (7.0).

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.0OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 70% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
9
night cruise
Fri → Sun
02
Tampa
departure port
Florida
03
3
port stops
Caribbean
04
2
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE07 SECTIONS
03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓
// 03 · ITINERARY

9 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapSEPTEMBER 13, 2024
The Serenade of the Seas sails on September 13, 2024 for a 9 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip) (Tampa Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Tampa, Florida at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Tampa, Florida on Sep 22nd at 7:00 AM. During the 6-day journey, the Serenade of the Seas will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Serenade of the Seas
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
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9 NIGHTS · 2 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · TAMPA
// 04 · PORTS

9 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip) Port List

Serenade of the Seas·September 13, 2024
Tampa, Florida — Day 1 of Serenade of the Seas September 13, 2024 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
FRIDAY·SEP 13

Tampa

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
4:00 PM

Tampa, Florida, offers docking at Port Tampa Bay. Travelers explore Ybor City and Tampa Riverwalk. Excursions include manatee tours at Crystal River. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic cigar factories and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Tampa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic waterways, making Tampa an engaging destination for exploration.

SEPTEMBER FORECAST
77°F avg · Avg
Cozumel, Mexico — Day 3 of Serenade of the Seas September 13, 2024 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
SUNDAY·SEP 15

Cozumel

Mexico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

Cozumel, Mexico, offers docking at Cozumel Port. Travelers explore Chankanaab Park and San Gervasio ruins. Excursions include snorkeling at Palancar Reef. Local markets sell tacos. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like Mayan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cozumel’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Cozumel an engaging destination for exploration.

SEPTEMBER FORECAST
83°F avg · Avg
Costa Maya, Mexico — Day 4 of Serenade of the Seas September 13, 2024 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
MONDAY·SEP 16

Costa Maya

Mexico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 PM

Costa Maya, Mexico, offers docking at Costa Maya Port. Travelers explore Chacchoben ruins and Bacalar Lagoon. Excursions include snorkeling at Mahahual Reef. Local markets sell tamales. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan temples and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cochinita pibil, a Yucatecan favorite. Souvenirs, like woven crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Costa Maya’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic lagoons, making Costa Maya an engaging destination for exploration.

SEPTEMBER FORECAST
84°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

9 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Serenade of the Seas·September 13, 2024
SEP FORECAST · TAMPA
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
77°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
92°
AVG LOW
63°
AVG RAINFALL
7.3"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT TAMPA
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
77°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Serenade of the Seas September 13, 2024 Excursions

Serenade of the Seas·September 13, 2024

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this Serenade of the Seas itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

Pricing & availability provided by Viator. Book directly from listing.
See all Tampa excursions
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

9 Night Western Caribbean (Tampa Roundtrip)

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

ITINERARY AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 70% of all cruises
7.0/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN03 PORTS
01

Tampa 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Tampa is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant in higher crime areas and stick to well-trafficked locations.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Cozumel 🇲🇽

Mexico · MexicoMODERATE

Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Costa Maya 🇲🇽

Mexico · MexicoMODERATE

Costa Maya offers a secure cruise port environment, but travelers should remain cautious of petty theft in less populated areas outside.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Serenade of the Seas Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsROYAL CARIBBEAN
Serenade of the Seas
ROYAL CARIBBEAN · RADIANCE
CHRISTENED
2003
STATEROOMS
1,073
TONNAGE
90,090GT
44.7% BELOW AVG· vs avg 162,993 GT
YEAR BUILT
2003
7 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2010
LENGTH
962ft
11.3% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,085 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,143cruisers
48.8% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,184 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Serenade of the Seas has a construction date of 2003 and a total size of 90,090 gross tons. The ship measures 962 feet in length. Serenade of the Seas is included in Royal Caribbean's Radiance class. At full capacity, the Serenade of the Seas holds 2,143 passengers. That includes 1,316 cruise vacationers and 827 staff members. The Serenade of the Seas total number of staterooms is 1,073.

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// 09 · MORE CRUISES

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